Author: Yaw Agbey
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The compelling story of Jack Johnson, “The Galveston Giant,” who overcame Jim Crow discrimination to become the first Black heavyweight champion in 1908. Johnson’s victory against Tommy Burns broke boxing’s color barrier, paving the way for African American…
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The groundbreaking casting choices in the next Top Gun movie, featuring Theresa Chukwuemeka-Shultz as the first black female Tom Cruise and Jennifer Connelly as Penny Benjamin in “Top Gun: Maverick.” Learn about the evolution of the iconic Tom…
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The rich history of Perkins Elementary School in Des Moines as they honor their first Black teacher, Harriette J. Curley, by naming the school library after her. Learn about Curley’s groundbreaking role as a kindergarten educator from 1946…
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The inspiring journey of Essynce Moore, the first Black teen author to pen a 3-book series, “The Middle School Chronicles,” now mandatory reading in school districts nationwide.
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The remarkable journey of Vanessa Williams, who made history as the first Black Miss America in 1983. From breaking the beauty pageant color barrier to facing discrimination and a nude photo scandal, Williams overcame adversity with resilience.
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The groundbreaking love story of Shirley Robinson and Ernest Brown Jr., the first Black couple to wed on television in 1953. Breaking barriers on the popular “Bride and Groom” show, their interracial marriage showcased optimism and change during…
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The journey of Carl Roaches Jr. and Miguel Rodriguez as they establish Houston’s first Black-owned brewery, For The Culture Brewing. From a homebrewing hobby to overcoming obstacles in securing a physical brewery space, the founders share their story.
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The historic moment as acclaimed author Roxane Gay becomes the first Black woman to lead a Marvel comic series. Co-writing ‘World of Wakanda,’ a Black Panther spinoff with Yona Harvey, Gay brings her literary prowess to explore the…
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Late Grammy Winner, Celia Cruz, the “Queen of Salsa,” makes history as the first Afro Latina featured on a U.S. quarter. Explore her seven-decade musical legacy, breaking barriers in salsa, and posthumous recognition as a trailblazing American woman.
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The historic achievement of Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, who has made NFL history with an unparalleled streak of 17 consecutive non-losing seasons since 2007. In this article, witness how Tomlin’s coaching prowess and leadership have propelled…
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